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Abram Wind Forecast

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Abram Wind Outlook

Wind conditions in Abram today are noticeable, and a gentle to moderate breeze.

Looking at the fortnight as a whole, Abram is in for gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. The overall wind character looks set to remain variable rather than establishing a single steady direction.

Current Wind

Speed

21.6 km/h

Gusts

33.9 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees215°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
28 km/h
WSW
Fri
5 Jun
26 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
23 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
19 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
22 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
21 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
29 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
22 km/h
WNW
Fri
12 Jun
21 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
20 km/h
SSE
Sun
14 Jun
22 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
12 km/h
SSW
Tue
16 Jun
14 km/h
NW
Wed
17 Jun
14 km/h
WNW

Wind & Gust Trend

To plan confidently, separate what is likely from what is uncertain. Use the supporting guides to understand why the outlook is behaving the way it is for Abram.

How to interpret confidence

For how forecast reliability changes with lead time, see Forecast Confidence. For transparency on how WeatherEngland sources and updates data, see Methodology.

Background guides

Glossary support

Start with the Weather Glossary. Useful terms for this page include Pressure Gradient, Isobar, Gust, Wind Direction, Depression, and Anticyclone.

FAQ

How windy is Abram today?

In Abram today, wind speeds are around 22 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Abram today?

Gusts are brief peaks above the sustained wind. Use the wind panel to compare sustained speed versus gust potential through the day.

What wind direction is forecast for Abram?

Wind direction can shift with passing systems. The wind section shows direction and changes over time, which can affect feel and exposure.

Why does Abram feel windier at times?

Wind is driven by pressure differences. Stronger gradients and showery/frontal weather typically produce more frequent gusts.

What is the difference between wind and gusts?

Wind is the sustained speed; gusts are short-lived surges that can be significantly higher, particularly in unstable or frontal conditions.